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Film Spotlights American Dream
(This article first appeared in Used Car News and was written by Jeffrey Bellant)
National Quality Dealer Tracy Myers and his Frank Myers Auto Maxx dealership in North Carolina are the focus of an Emmy Award winning film team’s latest project.
“Car Men“, which had a black- tie premiere Nov. 17, tells the story of the dealership, which began as a general store 80 years ago.
A wider release is expected on Dec. 2, followed by a DVD release early next year, Myers said.
Myers is well versed in different types of media. In addition to writing the dealership’s blog, he has written newspaper articles and appeared on national television outlets, like Fox Business News and The History Channel, representing car dealers.
In late 2010, Myers appeared on motivational guru Brian Tracy’s syndicated television show.
He discussed the used- car business and the dealership’s history.
A producer from the show was so intrigued by the segment, he asked Myers if he would be interested in being part of a documentary about the business.
“ I didn’t think anything of it,” Myers said.
But the producer visited the lot, learned about how the dealership operates and convinced Myers take part in the documentary.
The production team came down a few months ago, interviewed family members and filmed for several days, Myers said.
Nick Nanton, the show’s producer, also helped make “Jacob’s Turn,” an Emmy Award-winning short film about a child with Down’s Syndrome playing on a teeball team.
Myers said once he’d heard that the production team won an Emmy, he figured they wouldn’t be interested in coming down to shoot the film about the dealership.
But they were still excited. “My wife and I are the only two people who have watched the finished project ( prior to the premiere),” Myers said. “ I know I’m partial, but I think it’s pretty amazing.
“ It’s an awesome legacy piece for my kids and grandkids. And for the industry, which I love. It shows the good side of what we do and the community side. It shows the heart and the hours that we put into it.”
Myers said he had an earlier offer from a different company to do a reality show, but it fell through.
The problem was how they wanted to portray the dealership and family.
“At every turn, they wanted to make us look like idiots,” Myers said.
He told them he wanted something positive, inspirational and motivational.
“ I have no problem with being funny and working our quirks into it, because we are quirky, ” Myers said. “ But you’re not going to make us look like a bunch of rednecks.”
Myers feels the documentary got it right.
“It’s a touching story about family, small business and the American dream.”
About Tracy Myers & Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation and one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the world famous “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Uncle Frank Sez” available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.
Contact Frank Myers Auto Maxx
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html
About “Car Men” – The Movie
He’s gone on TV dressed up as a giant pickle. Nowadays, you’ll see him most often sporting a giant red, white and blue Uncle Sam hat. Tracy Myers may play outrageous to sell cars – but this best-selling author, nationally-recognized entrepreneur, and devoted family man is dead serious when it comes to building a business he, his family and his city can be proud of.
“Car Men” details the touching and occasionally hilarious story of how the Myers men created a car business that’s known all across America for its successful out-of-the-box thinking – not to mention its off-kilter TV commercials, featuring such quirky characters as Uncle Frank and Chainsaw Charlie.
As one auto pro says, “In the car business, Tracy Myers is who everybody wants to be.” Watch “Car Men” and you’ll find out why.
Official “Car Men” Web Site: https://www.thecarmenmovie.com/
Official “Car Men” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CarMenMovie
Give To Get
Ho ho ho, the holidays are here! If you’re like me, you’re wondering, “How did this happen?” 2011 flew by faster than I thought possible.
Each year I’m amazed at how quickly the year goes by. One minute I’m hearing back to school ads on the radio and then before I know it, Santa greets me at the grocery store, ringing that little bell in my ear.
Ok enough with the shock . . . there’s really nothing to do at this point but to embrace it! Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, New Years – they’re approaching and it’s time to step up and make this a season one to remember for many years to come.
Now I’m getting to my point. What I know for sure (and now I sound like Oprah) is that the term “Give to Get” really is true. Whenever I give of my time and talents, I reap a harvest of contentment and joy. What I also know is that without planning on my part, the chance of actually doing something for someone else decreases with each holiday party and activity.
Now is the time to make a plan to give. I promise that by giving to others this season, we will all grab our own pocket of joy amidst the craziness of the season!
Why not start small by giving to one of the organizations I’ve listed below? After that, you may feel so good that you want to do more. Find a place to volunteer your time – at a school, a shelter, a hospital, etc. The opportunities for giving are endless and no effort is too small. Ok, time to start . . .
Check out these great places to GIVE TO GET this holiday season:
HomesForOurTroops.org (support our troops)
Operationsmile.org – (help those with a cleft palate)
Cradlestocrayons.org – (support homeless and low income children)
ASPCA.org – American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (support animals)
MOWAA.org – Meals on Wheels (support senior citizens)
Foodforthepeople.org – (support poor in the world)
www.worldvision.org -World Vision (support underprivileged everywhere)
www.sharedhope.org – Shared Hope International
(support victims of human trafficking)
Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza and Happy New Year to all of you! May this be the year we all GIVE TO GET!
About Tracy Myers & Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation and one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the world famous “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Uncle Frank Sez” available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.
Contact Frank Myers Auto Maxx
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html
Frank Myers Auto Maxx Brings Back Black Friday Deals In Winston-Salem
For the second year in a row, Frank Myers Auto Maxx has once again created a surge of excitement among Winston-Salem residents. Beginning November 25th at 10:00AM, they’ll be offering Day-After-Thanksgiving specials that will end at 4:30pm on November 27th.
The day after Thanksgiving has long been the biggest shopping day of the year…and for good reason. Many retailers create irresistible incentives for shoppers to buy early in the morning. But Myers rejects the idea. “I don’t think it’s right to make people wake up before the sun rises and stand in line to get a great deal. So I’ve decided to make ‘Black Friday’ deals available for the entire weekend.”
Here’s how “Black Friday” Deals in Winston-Salem and “Black Saturday” Deals in Winston-Salem works:
(1) Frank Myers Auto Maxx is offering their entire Certified inventory selection at the lowest payments and lowest down payments of the year with programs starting with little to no money down.
(2) These mammoth deals are NOT marked on the vehicles. Customers may obtain a “Black Friday” or a “Black Saturday” Super Savings Form from the showroom at Frank Myers Auto Maxx;
(3) No payments until 2011 on ALL Certified vehicles, which means you’ll have more to spend on holiday gift giving;
(4) In light of the holiday season, past credit problems will be ignored;
(5) Because used cars are in high demand right now, your trade will worth as much as $4000 more than its original appraised value. This means you can stop making remaining loan or lease payments and may also result in an additional price reduction on the car you choose.
(6) All visitors will receive an early Christmas gift WHETHER THEY BUY A CAR OR NOT! Just another way of spreading the good cheer.
Myers says, “This is one of my favorite times of the year. I’m excited to help my neighbors and other people in Winston-Salem get a nicer, newer vehicle…and get the BEST DEAL available anywhere without waiting until after Thanksgiving.“
He went on to say, “I think people have got better things to do that weekend…like getting started on Christmas shopping or spending time with family or volunteering to help others. But I’ve seen how good people feel after getting a real steal on Black Friday in Winston-Salem…and want people to feel that same way when they buy a car from Frank Myers Auto Maxx any time this month.”
Another Reason To Give Thanks: Credit Forgiveness For Good People
The people at Frank Myers Auto understand that recent financial strains have made it difficult for some people and some families to pay all their bills on time. This month they’re featuring their Everybody Rides Program.
“My Everybody Rides Program is about providing extra help to people who have had some trouble with their credit. That means more patience, more understanding, more forgiveness, more approvals, more emphasis on the future instead of the past. We’re helping good people get back on track. And a fair loan on a nicer, newer car is the just the thing many people need right now. It’s time to leave those old problems in the past and get back on the road with a car you’ll be proud of driving,” Myers explained.
But You Need To Hurry: “I’ve hand selected the most popular vehicles, my personal favorites, and those vehicles with the highest quality score to feature for this special sale. Best selection will go to those who arrive first. Like they say, ‘first come, first served.’ We have shipments of extra vehicles arriving all the time…but the best selection will go fast with steals like these,” said Myers.
Black Friday in Winston-Salem and Black Saturday will be taking place at Frank Myers Auto Maxx only, located at 4200 North Patterson Avenue in Winston-Salem, NC. For fastest service call 336-767-3432 and ask for Ashley to set a private appointment.
CONTACT:
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
https://www.frankmyersauto.com/contact.html
(336) 767-3432
Uncle Frank Sez: “YES, this offer is real and there is no need to pinch yourself. All prices are plus 3% tax, $88 tag and $499 title documentation fee in trade equity, cash or financed at time of purchased. Terms (APR, down payment, monthly payment, amount financed, approval, etc) will vary based on credit scores, loan to value, year of vehicle and possibly a few other things. Offers can not be combined and any discount negates offer. Negative equity may be financed.
Frank Myers Auto Announces Top Sales Pro For October 2011
Stephen Erby has been named “Non-Commissioned Sales Pro of the Month” for the month of October 2011 at Frank Myers Auto Maxx in Winston-Salem, NC.
The title of Non-Commissioned Sales Pro at Frank Myers Auto Maxx for October 2011 was a hard fought but fair battle but Erby prevailed partly because of his dedication to assist his clients and award-winning accomplishments in the automotive solutions department. What he likes best about working at Frank Myers Auto Maxx is the opportunity it gives him to help people own cars who may have not otherwise had the chance. Erby mentioned that it’s also important for him to spend time at a place with leaders who are “fellow Christians.”
Rich Little, Chief Credit Miracle Worker Rich Little stated, “The Frank Myers Auto Maxx Management Team and I have become a believer in Stephen. He has a unique ability to win people over with his smile. His dedication to being the best Auto Solutions Provider in the dealership is inspiring. We are all proud of him. His commitment, professionalism, and loyalty to his profession make it a joy for all of his teammates to be around him on a daily basis.”
Tracy Myers, owner if Frank Myers Auto Maxx said, “I’m extremely proud of Stephen and all of the progress he has made since he joined our team. He has really come into his own as a sales pro and has become an important asset to our team. He is a joy to coach and I know that the future will hold great things for him. It is no surprise to me that he made sales pro of the month. I certainly expect him to give his teammates a run for their money while trying to obtain the sales pro of the year title.”
About Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the two #1 books: Uncle Frank Sez & YOU Are The Brand, Stupid!, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit. For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com
CONTACT
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html